Ideas and patterns for weaving macrame flower pots
This macrame flower pot is incredibly impressive and doubly attractive when it is made by hand. The ancient art of knotted weaving seems complicated only at first glance.
Having mastered just a few tricks, you can make a table stand for potted plants or acquire original hanging pots, in which the flowers will be absolutely comfortable, and the interior will receive an unusual decoration.
Features of flower pots using macrame technique
- have not only utilitarian, but also decorative value;
- do not affect the microclimate inside the pot, do not block the outflow of moisture and do not obstruct air access;
- have high reliability and durability.
Wicker pots are suspended and traditional, designed for a table or window sill. A simple device is irreplaceable if there are ampelous plants in the house.
However, more and more flower pots made with macrame with their own hands are also used for ordinary plants, for example, under succulents... Structures designed for suspension have undeniable advantages. As single-storey or “multi-storey”, they:
- help to seriously save space on the windowsill;
- provide vertically arranged plants with sufficient lighting;
- facilitate the access required for care;
- decorate the surrounding space.
When choosing material for pots, experienced craftsmen advise starting from the concept, the size of the pot and the place where it is to be placed.
There are incredibly many suitable options, these are cotton cord, braided or twisted ropes of different thicknesses, jute and ordinary twine, ribbons, even out-of-use and pre-cut clothes.
For outdoor options that have to withstand the vagaries of the weather, it is better to choose synthetic cords and ropes that are not afraid of moisture.
It is important that they do not stretch and that they can support the weight of the pots that have become heavy after watering.
The basics of weaving macrame and do-it-yourself flower pots
Despite the apparent complexity, mastering macrame techniques and weaving flower pots with your own hands is a task that is feasible for both children and adults. Descriptions of the main components and graphical diagrams will help you quickly learn the basics.
The simplest scheme of such a pots allows you to do without even basic knowledge. For work you will need:
- durable metal ring that will serve as a suspension;
- three pieces of rope.
Each piece should be at least 2.5 times the length of the macrame-woven flower planter. When all the preparatory work is completed, the sections:
- alternately threaded into the ring;
- fold in half;
- fixed with a common knot.
Making a pots for flowers with your own hands follows the macrame scheme. Illustrative illustrations greatly simplify the process, do not allow errors in calculations.
In the finished form, made using the macrame technique for home plants, it turns out to be very light, delicate, equally suitable for large and very small pots.
Diy flower pots weaving patterns
When the first techniques of macrame are mastered, weaving flower pots with your own hands can become more complicated.
For a reliable suspension of the planter, metal, plastic or wooden rings are most often used. The threads attached to them can be decorated with textured knots, as in the presented photo.
If there is no ready-made ring at hand, it is easy to make the fastening loop yourself by tying a bundle of twine at the top of the planter, and then connecting it with working threads.
On the proposed scheme:
- regular knots have been replaced with a spectacular 4-strand Josephine pattern;
- the upper part of the structure is decorated with spirals;
- the bottom of the pots form dense paths of the main weaving;
- the brush formed at the bottom is wrapped around and fixed with one of the free threads.
At the bottom of the product, a brush is obtained from the remaining rope ends. To make it look neat and effective, you can tie strong knots on the threads or fasten beads that are suitable in size and tone on them.
In the finished form, the handmade flowerpot looks very attractive. Despite the lightness, it will perfectly hold the flower pot.
Designed for beginners, video lessons on weaving macrame and pots using this fascinating technique will help you understand the intricacies of the process, master the main knots and calculate the amount of material required.
DIY macrame flower pots ideas
Slices of tubes for cocktails will serve as an original decoration. In combination with a bright cord, they make the macrame flowerpot surprisingly cheerful, while helping to fix the desired shape and even with a minimum of knots, they securely hold the pot.
Another spectacular and at the same time useful addition is plastic or wood beads. With their help, you can not only give the product a special charm, but also greatly simplify the patterns of weaving macrame pots for beginners to master macrame. Beads or large, sturdy buttons will perfectly replace knots on the sides. Among other things, such a connection turns out to be movable and allows you to gently adjust the height of the planter and the position of the pot in it.
It is easy to make a comfortable stand for several small plants using macrame. In addition to a strong rope, in this case you will need a wooden cutting board of a suitable size. To protect the material from moisture, it should be treated with fine sandpaper and then covered with acrylic varnish.
If there are many flowers in the house, a kind of multi-tiered whatnot will help to find a worthy place for each plant. Strong rope knots line each level and secure it in position.
There are incredibly many patterns of flower pots using the macrame technique. Having gained sufficient experience, you can independently search for unique options, decorating your house with unusual, very useful crafts.